DUI/DWI offenders in West Hills, California are sometimes given the opportunity to take advantage of a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center instead of penalties for their alcohol or drug related crimes. The punishment for such crimes can often be rather serious, and may include incarceration and substantial fines and even absorbitant costs to pay for being in court for and/or found guilty of DUI/DWI. Many times, specifically for initial offenders, the court will decide that addressing the problems of drug or alcohol abuse in treatment is going to be more effective in the long term for curbing the issue. For DUI/DWI offenders in West Hills who are fortunate enough to be allowed to participate in such treatment instead of other more severe consequences, a great number will remain away from the criminal justice system for good.